Parent Education Program2026-09-28T18:15:07-04:00

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Parent Education Program

Support Through Divorce or Separation

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The Parent Education Program provides classes to court ordered individuals involved in divorce or separation family relation court proceedings.

Who We Serve

The Parent Education Program serves individuals in Connecticut who are involved in divorce or separation family court proceedings, and have been ordered by the court to attend the program.

Services Offered

Individuals are required to attend class for a total of 6 hours to receive a signed certificate of completion.

At each class, Group Facilitators will present material that addresses issues and concerns parents may have regarding the impact of divorce or separation on the family. Classes are available in both English and Spanish. There is no child care provided.

Topics and Issues Covered:

  • Children adjusting to parental separation
  • Cooperative parenting
  • Stress reduction in children
  • Impact on children and changes within the family

  • Information on the developmental stages of children
  • Dispute and conflict management
  • Guidelines for custody and visitation
  • Family violence issues

How to Access Services

To access these services, you may e-mail us at info@usmhs.org or call 860-774-2020.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

The program fee is set by the State of CT Judicial Branch. For the current fee and more information, please see their Parenting Education Program brochure.

You may attend the program on any date that it is offered, however if you have been ordered by the court to complete the program by a specific date be sure to register for a day before that date.
No. All parties may attend the same class if you would like, but it is not required.

If you would like to ensure you are not in the same class as another individual, please indicate that when you register.

Funding for this program is provided by the CT Judicial Branch, Court Support Services Division.

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